May 6, 2014 11:37 PM

This insect was observed in ancient semi-natural woodland on the 30th April 2014. It was sitting on the leaf of Anemone nemerosa,and flew away after its photo was taken. I initially thought it was one of the shield bugs but have been unable to identify it as such. I have used Unwin's key to Beetles but without a clear view of its legs and tarsi, have been unable to key it with any confidence. The elytra appear to form a shape that looks almost like a terrapin or tortoise shell. Very strange?!